CCRP Behavioral Change Flashcards

Which barrier to cardiac rehabilitation adherence is most commonly reported by patients in the United States?

Answer: Transportation difficulties and distance to the program

Transportation and distance are the most frequently cited barriers to cardiac rehab attendance among US patients.

In the context of cardiac rehabilitation, 'relapse prevention' strategies are designed to help patients:

Answer: Identify triggers and cope with lapses to maintain long-term behavior change

Relapse prevention equips patients with strategies to recognize high-risk situations and recover from lapses without abandoning healthy behaviors entirely.

Social support in cardiac rehabilitation has been shown to:

Answer: Improve adherence, mental health outcomes, and long-term behavior maintenance

Strong social support from family, friends, and program staff improves adherence and psychological outcomes in cardiac rehab.

Which behavioral technique involves rewarding patients for meeting specific cardiac rehabilitation goals to reinforce healthy behaviors?

Answer: Positive reinforcement

Positive reinforcement uses rewards or praise when patients achieve goals, increasing the likelihood of repeating the healthy behavior.

A CCRP working with a patient who uses tobacco should first assess the patient's readiness to quit using which framework?

Answer: The 5 A's model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange)

The 5 A's model (Ask, Advise, Assess, Assist, Arrange) is the evidence-based framework for tobacco cessation counseling in clinical settings.

Cognitive restructuring in cardiac rehabilitation behavioral change involves helping patients:

Answer: Identify and replace negative or inaccurate thoughts that hinder healthy behaviors

Cognitive restructuring is a CBT technique that helps patients challenge and change unhelpful thought patterns that interfere with lifestyle modification.